Tawny Owl Bathes in Garden

Occurred on June 26, 2018 / Thixendale, Malton, North Yorkshire, UK

Info from Licensor: "Wildlife artist, Robert E Fuller, caught this tawny owl bathing in brilliant sunshine. The artist, who uses wildlife cameras to follow the day to day lives of wildlife in his garden, said it was very unusual to see a tawny owl bathe during the day. These birds are nocturnal and rarely come out to bathe like this in daylight. But what is particularly unusual is to see a tawny owl drinking. Most birds of prey get their moisture from their food. This bird is really gulping down the water."